Principal/Senior Wastewater Modeller/Planning Engineer - Water - ( 2600009G )

Description

The role

Our Water Group in Victoria has developed many long-term relationships in the water market, and a strong pipeline of work. We have a continued focus on expanding our capability across a range of disciplines to support our water clients through diversity of skillset and thought. We are seeking motivated Engineers or other suitably qualified professionals to join our high performing Water team in our Melbourne office. Our projects are varied and diverse and span the lifecycle of project delivery from master planning and strategic level studies through to feasibility studies, detailed design and construction supervision.

We have terrific opportunities for talented Wastewater Planning Engineers and Network Hydraulic Modellers . Experience in delivering wastewater infrastructure solutions is a requirement of the role. However, we would also be interested in hearing from you if you have a broad planning/modelling experience that spans across water, integrated water management, etc.

In this position you will play an integral role amongst a diverse group of highly skilled professionals to deliver program and project excellence for our water business clients and the communities they serve in both metropolitan, regional, and remote contexts.

Specifically, your responsibilities will include:

• Undertaking hydraulic modelling, planning studies and feasibility assessments for wastewater infrastructure projects.

• As an experienced user of wastewater modelling software, in particular Innovyze InfoWorks ICM, you will provide technical leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals in wastewater modelling and planning.

• Provide technical input to wastewater engineering projects to meet project needs and client expectations, including both modelling outputs and planning reports.

• Use GIS software (e.g. ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap and QGIS Software) to analyse, interpret and produce graphic outputs from spatial information.

• Support the team in development and expansion of Stantec’s capability in the field of wastewater planning, including obtaining new clients and/or new work from existing clients.

• Contribute to the team in proposal and bid development to support business development activities, including preparing proposal material as required.

Qualifications

So, what do you need to bring to take your career to the next level?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related suitable professional qualification.

• RPEV status or ability to obtain within 3 months, as relevant to your engineering discipline.

• A minimum of 7 years relevant professional experience in the water industry is required. However, we would also like to hear from you if you are less experienced but have a passion for wastewater modelling and planning in the water industry.

• Experience in providing technical leadership and mentoring to less experienced professionals, or a desire to take that next step in your career.

• Experience communicating with external clients and stakeholders.

• Experienced user of wastewater modelling software, in particular Innovyze InfoWorks ICM, and GIS software such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap and QGIS Software.

• Experience with Ruby SQL and Python scripts would be beneficial, but not essential.

• Experience in project management would be beneficial, but not essential.

So, what do we offer to enable your next career step?

With an attractive salary and vibrant culture, we offer many benefits to ensure your professional development and wellbeing.

• Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements – Including options to work part time, on school holiday term contracts, and to work from home and/or remotely

• Learning and Talent Development Programs and training

• Purchasing up to four weeks additional leave

• Professional Registration and Memberships

• Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI) and Salary Packaging

• Employee Resource Groups such as Women@Stantec and Pride@Stantec, with the aim to achieve a genuinely inclusive and diverse workforce

• Connecting employees across Stantec through our Developing Professionals Group

• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs including Employee Assistance Program

• Service Recognition Awards

About us:

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

How to apply:

Submit your most recent CV outlining your relevant experience by following the below link.

To discuss this opportunity further, please apply directly online.

No Agency CVs will be accepted.

Primary Location : Australia-Victoria-Melbourne

Organization : BC-3002 Water-AU Australia

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Apr 9, 2026, 5:03:36 PM

Req ID: 2600009G

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